How long does the University anticipate operating the shelters at Rock Eagle and the Ramsey Center?
The Ramsey Center shelter was made ready but never called upon. As of Sept. 13, it had been released from standby by the American Red Cross and returned to its normal uses. The Rock Eagle shelter has been operating since Sept. 4 with an initial contingent of 609 evacuees. As of Sept. 15, the number in the camp had been reduced to fewer than 400 as evacuees locate relatives or other housing. Officials will the American Red Cross have expressed optimism that the Rock Eagle shelter will be empty of evacuees by Sept. 23.
